Electrical Engineer I

The University of Southern Mississippi • Gulfport, MS

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Electrical Engineer I provides professional electrical engineering support for the design, integration, testing, and maintenance of electrical and electronic systems supporting oceanographic research and autonomous marine technologies. The position assists with the development of electrical systems, instrumentation, embedded electronics, and power distribution for stationary and autonomous platforms. The incumbent collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to support research projects, evaluate system performance, troubleshoot technical issues, and implement engineering solutions that advance the mission of the Roger F. Wicker Center for Ocean Enterprise.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in electrical engineering or a closely related engineering field; and one to three (1-3) years experience
• US Citizen with a Valid Driver’s License is required.
• Knowledge of basic electrical engineering principles, circuits, and electronic systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical drawings.
• Basic understanding of engineering data and electrical testing methods.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to organize work, manage multiple assignments, and meet project deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to learn engineering software and Computer-Aided Design (CAD) applications.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience with ocean observing instrumentation and/or remote vehicle operations.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test electrical and electronic equipment, systems, and components.
• Analyze the generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity in uncrewed oceanographic equipment/vessels.
• Analyze and recommend renewable energy sources for use in uncrewed oceanographic equipment/vessels.
• Integrate instruments into autonomous vehicles based on available space and power to maximize performance while limiting design modifications to avoid degradation of equipment performance.
• Participate in test plan development and evaluation of systems and vehicles and perform analysis of data collected.
• Participate in the design of Electronics & Embedded Systems used in uncrewed oceanographic equipment/vessels.
• Utilize Computer Aided (CAD) design software.
• Performs other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level